1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 27 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, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
