1990 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 22 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | R |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3216 mm |