1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville 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, both vehicles can yield 150 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Skylark | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
