1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark 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) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Skylark | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
