1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 7 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 32 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 645 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2. 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2480 mm |
