1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 37 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 106 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 110 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, 2007 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1739 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 |
