1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 57 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Mustang |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 529 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |