1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1975 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 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 50 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban 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, 1975 GMC Suburban 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Suburban. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1972 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1975 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Skylark | Suburban |
Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3300 mm |