1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1994 Lotus Elan is newer by 20 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, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan.
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, 1994 Lotus Elan, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Skylark | Elan |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |