1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 43 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (328 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 132 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (395 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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. 2013 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | Genesis |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5430 mm | 4986 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2935 mm |