1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 370 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
