1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 372 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Skylark | C |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
