1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | C |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
