1982 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (310 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 206 kg more than 1982 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (730 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | E |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 730 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |