1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 280Z 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 301 kg more than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Buick | Datsun |
| Model | Skylark | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
