1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 97 kg more 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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Skylark | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |