1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 28 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 1999 Cadillac Catera 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. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Catera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
