1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 582 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (205 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadmaster | 230 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |