1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet

To start off, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 15 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet.

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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Venturi Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Buick Skylark 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
Make Buick Venturi
Model Skylark Cabriolet
Year Released 1973 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5724 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 199 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2410 mm


 

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