1983 Buick Electra vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | Vision |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |