1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 689 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2010 Dodge Ram 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. 2010 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Skylark | Ram |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3569 mm |