1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 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) has 65 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Skylark | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
