1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso. 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Skylark | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
