1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 31 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 191 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 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
