1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 145 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
