1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 995 kg more than 1974 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 8128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3650 mm |
