1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 960 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | Skylark | 100A Cherry |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |