1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 71 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Comodoro |
Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |