1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 135 kg more 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, 2012 Volvo C70, 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Skylark. 2012 Volvo C70 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. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | C70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
