1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1998 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 76 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Park Avenue | 380 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |