1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 867 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Ram |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
