1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 21 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 450 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Escort |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
