1990 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick Electra | 2011 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | B |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |