1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 12 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1985 Buick LeSabre, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1985 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
