1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1959 Cadillac 62 | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | 62 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
