1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 715 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Aygo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |