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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 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. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm) has 53 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1709 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
