1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. Both 1974 Buick Skylark and 1969 Buick GS are equipped with a 5,724 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1969 Buick GS | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | GS |
Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |