1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 65 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1971 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
