1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria 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 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Nissan Gloria. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
