1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 22 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 26 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Serena |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
