1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 28 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 106 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 925 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Buick | MCC |
Model | Skylark | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1810 mm |