1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 37 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 385 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 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark. 2011 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1974 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1974 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | SRX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
