1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Alto is newer by 11 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 117 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Alto. (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1981 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Alto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
