1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 335 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Skylark | Brougham |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3090 mm |