1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 34 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
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1974 Buick Skylark | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Multivan |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |