1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 24 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 39 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Viper.
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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1994 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Skylark | Viper |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |