1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 14 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 17 more horse power than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Pontiac Firebird. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Skylark | Firebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |