1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart. (185 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2001 Mercedes-Benz Smart | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | Smart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
