1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |