1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Toyota Publica 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 103 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 925 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
