1972 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 41 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 313 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 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2774 mm |
