1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 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 36 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1971 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
