1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 617 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.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Express |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |