1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2004 Porsche 911 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. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |