1983 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 28 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1983 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Buick Electra (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | A |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |