1984 Buick Century vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (268 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Century | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Century | GLK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2756 mm |
