1984 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 23 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | Viano |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |