1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Buick Century
To start off, 1991 Buick Century is newer by 17 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, 1991 Buick Century (161 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark.
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, 1991 Buick Century, 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Century. 1991 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1974 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1991 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | Century |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2662 mm |
