1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 465 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 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
