2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 473 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous, 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 Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 has manual transmission. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | 230 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |