1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 290 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. 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) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1992 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
