1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1954 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Skylark | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |
