1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Rover 2000
To start off, 1974 Rover 2000 is newer by 4 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 49 more horse power than 1974 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 575 kg more than 1974 Rover 2000. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1974 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Skylark | 2000 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |