1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 250 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Skylark | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |