1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 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 20 more horse power than 1963 Triumph 2000. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 410 kg more than 1963 Triumph 2000. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph 2000. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
