1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 1 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 21 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Skylark |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 5722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |