1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 1990 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1990 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Roadmaster 1974 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Roadmaster E
Year Released 1990 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5732 cc 1987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 177 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 406 Nm 159 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2030 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5490 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2760 mm


 

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