1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 537 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
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 @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Buick | Datsun |
| Model | Skylark | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2300 mm |
