1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Skylark | Monaro |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |