1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 11 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 46 more horse power than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 545 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |