1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 35 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, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Escape |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |