1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Verada. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1991 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Verada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
