1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 184 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.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will offer significantly more control. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (302 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Montero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
