1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2001 Lada Samara II 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 83 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 635 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. 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, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Skylark | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
