1990 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Buick Skylark

To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 295 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra.

Because 1970 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Electra 1970 Buick Skylark
Make Buick Buick
Model Electra Skylark
Year Released 1990 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 5723 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 163 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 97.8 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1870 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5430 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2950 mm


 

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