1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2003 Skoda Superb is newer by 31 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 1 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Superb. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Skoda Superb. 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, 2003 Skoda Superb, 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Skylark | Superb |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
