1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |