1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1994 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera (240 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark.
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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1994 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Skylark | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |