1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1980 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 890 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1980 Ford Fiesta, 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1980 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
