1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 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 131 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 699 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1976 Seat 124 | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Skylark | 124 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |