1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 231 kg more than 2005 Toyota Hilux. 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Hilux. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Hilux |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |