1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Daewoo Tocsa
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa is newer by 35 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, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa (153 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark.
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, 2009 Daewoo Tocsa, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Tocsa. (237 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Tocsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2009 Daewoo Tocsa | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Skylark | Tocsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
