1991 Buick Century vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Century. 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 (542 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Century | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Century | R |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3216 mm |
