1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 14 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 423 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
