1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Camaro |
Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |