1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 975 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 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark. 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 2010 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |
