1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 35 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3190 mm |
