1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 13 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 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | 760 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
