1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 39 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
