1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 20 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 400 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 964. (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 964.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Skylark | 964 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
