1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
