1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Forester |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |