1971 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 42 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, 2013 Infiniti G (338 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 310 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 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, 2013 Infiniti G, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G. 2013 Infiniti G 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. 2013 Infiniti G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Buick Skylark | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Skylark | G |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |