1982 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 26 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | CLK |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 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 | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |