1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 9 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 71 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp 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. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Skylark | Longchamp |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |