1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |