1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Hilux |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |