1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Proton 400. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 554 kg more than 1996 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Proton 400, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 400. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Skylark | 400 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
