1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1988 Toyota Model F is newer by 16 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 74 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F 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. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Model F |
Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |