1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 38 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (360 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Skylark | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1537 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
