1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark 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 86 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 81 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
