1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 880 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3035 mm |