1981 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | G |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 96 L |
