1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 699 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
