1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | V50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
