1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 1993 GMC Typhoon is newer by 23 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 111 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.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 1993 GMC Typhoon 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. 1993 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1993 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
