1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 19 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
