1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 32 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 340 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. (306 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
