1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 29 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 2 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111. 2001 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1972 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | Skylark | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
