1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 38 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mazda 3, 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 (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | 3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |