1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 822 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 1991 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 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
