1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 41 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 406 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2011 Hyundai Equus 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. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | Equus |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3045 mm |