1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 6 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 519 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana. 1976 Holden Torana 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. 1976 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1976 Holden Torana | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Skylark | Torana |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |