1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Record |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
