1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Ginetta G15
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ginetta G15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ginetta G15 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Ginetta G15. (51 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ginetta G15. (71 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ginetta G15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1970 Ginetta G15 | |
| Make | Buick | Ginetta |
| Model | Skylark | G15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
