1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 35 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, 2007 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1972 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |