1984 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 40 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra, 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 (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electra | C |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |
