1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 40 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Avenger.
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, 2010 Dodge Avenger, 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Avenger. 2010 Dodge Avenger 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. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2766 mm |
