1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 38 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 373 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 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 | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
