1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1961 Ford Popular
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 899 kg more than 1961 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1961 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Popular |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2220 mm |
