1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (189 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | Vision |
Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 189 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 950 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |