1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LeSabre | C |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |