2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 56 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1979 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LaCrosse | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |