1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | S |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4090 mm |
