1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 29 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 51 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1971 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 2000 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2000 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2000 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
