1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1974 Buick Skylark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 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 65 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | Skylark | 24 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
