1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 16 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 385 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1971 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1987 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
