1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 33 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (281 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | Viano |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |