1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 141 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark. 2008 Dodge Dakota 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. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
