1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 7 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 303 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2110 mm |
