1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 220 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |