1981 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Electra weights approximately 82 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick Electra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | C |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
