1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 34 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (285 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Skylark | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |