1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 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 1994 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 393 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| 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 | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
