1984 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Estate | E |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |