1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen K 70 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 76 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen K 70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen K 70. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1972 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
