1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
Model | G | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |