1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Matrix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix. 2011 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 2011 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Matrix |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |