1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | Luce |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |