1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
