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Buick Skylark GS

General information

ModelBuick Skylark GS
Year1970
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Rating67.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5724 ccm (349.28 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5724 ccm (349.28 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power197.70 PS (145 kW or 195 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque393.00 Nm (40.1 kgf-m or 289.9 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed165.0 km/h (102.5 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1214 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1629 kg (3,591.3 pounds)
Overall length5170 mm (203.5 inches)
Overall width1960 mm (77.2 inches)
Overall height1370 mm (53.9 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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