1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 24 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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
