1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue, 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue 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. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Skylark | Vue |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
