1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 95 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.
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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio. 2001 Renault Clio 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. 2001 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
