1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 30 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, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 159 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
