1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 31 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 266 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2001 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Astro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
