1983 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 29 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 735 kg more than 1983 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | GL |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |