2001 Acura Integra vs. 1974 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 27 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, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 1974 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
