1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 MG MGB
To start off, 1971 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1971 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 MG MGB. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1971 MG MGB | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Skylark | MGB |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 880 kg |
