1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 356 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Park Avenue | 180 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |