1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2005 Ford Galaxy 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 96 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Galaxy. 2005 Ford Galaxy 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. 2005 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2005 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| 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 | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
