1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 19 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, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 545 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Skylark | Griffith |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |