1984 Buick Estate vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 25 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 1984 Buick Estate 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 Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz B, 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 Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz B. 1984 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Estate | B |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
