1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 2 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |
