1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 382 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (85 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
