1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 39 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 902 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
