1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander, 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Skylark | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |