1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
