1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 37 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | HR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 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 | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |