1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 16 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 42 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 405 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Espace |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
