1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 27 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, both vehicles can yield 155 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Lumina. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 1997 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick Skylark 1997 Chevrolet Lumina
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Skylark Lumina
Year Released 1970 1997
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5723 cc 3135 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 155 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 5430 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2740 mm


 

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