1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Skylark | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |