1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Skylark | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |