1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 380 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
