1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 42 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion, 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion. 2012 Ford Fusion 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. 2012 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2728 mm |
