1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 363 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 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2881 mm |