1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 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 F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 745 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.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 1998 Ford F-250 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. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
