1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Ford Laser
To start off, 1985 Ford Laser 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 783 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Laser, 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1985 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Laser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
