1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1472 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 Sprinter 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | Sprinter |
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 | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |