1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 40 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (181 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 173 kg more than 1972 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
