1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 141 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 1976 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1976 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |