1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 217 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | Tribute |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |