1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 25 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1345 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | GL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3076 mm |
