1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Triumph TR8
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR8 is newer by 8 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) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR8. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR8. 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) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR8. (224 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1980 Triumph TR8 | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | TR8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
