1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Caterham Super 7
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 18 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 40 more horse power than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Caterham Super 7. (132 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1991 Caterham Super 7 | |
Make | Buick | Caterham |
Model | Skylark | Super 7 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |