1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (265 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 300 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |