1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Checker Aerobus
To start off, 1972 Checker Aerobus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Checker Aerobus (186 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 800 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1972 Checker Aerobus | |
| Make | Buick | Checker |
| Model | Skylark | Aerobus |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4760 mm |
