1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 685 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 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
