1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 31 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | ML |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
