1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Ford Escort is newer by 22 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 62 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 510 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1994 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Escort |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |