1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 37 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 412 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
