1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1995 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 25 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 39 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1995 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1995 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
