1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 130 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 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Skylark | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
