1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Buick | MCC |
Model | Skylark | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1810 mm |