1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC 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 141 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 741 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Saab MC, 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Skylark | MC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
