2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 875 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | Sprinter | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2760 mm |
