1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 87 L |
