1980 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 G (456 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2002 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | G |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
