1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Corvette |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |