1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 101 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 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
