1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2003 Holden Vectra is newer by 33 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Holden Vectra. 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, 2003 Holden Vectra, 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Vectra. 2003 Holden Vectra 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. 2003 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2003 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Skylark | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
