1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 755 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Buick | Trabant |
| Model | Skylark | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2390 mm |
