1980 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Estate | CLK |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |