1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 26 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 99 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1996 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
