1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Camaro |
Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |