1980 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 25 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | G |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4931 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
