1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda HR-V is newer by 28 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 37 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. 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, 2000 Honda HR-V, 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2000 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | HR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |