1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1994 Opel Frontera 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 36 more horse power than 1994 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 34 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Opel Frontera. (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Frontera |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
