1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 34 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 856 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Skylark | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
