1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 39 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | Outback |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
