1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Because 1972 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
