1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 306 is newer by 23 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 306 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
