1986 Buick Estate vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (142 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 350 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. 1986 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2004 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Estate | C |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 220 Nm |
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 | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |