1974 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 39 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 396 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 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
