1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Ascona 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 91 more horse power than 1971 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 695 kg more than 1971 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1971 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |
