1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Espace, 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 1997 Renault Espace 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. 1997 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Espace |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
