1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 17 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 4 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 150 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Terrano. (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Terrano |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |