1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
