1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 435 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1965 TVR Trident | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Skylark | Trident |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |