1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1999 Nissan Maxima is newer by 27 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 12 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Nissan Maxima. 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, 1999 Nissan Maxima, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Maxima |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |