1984 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | V |
Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |