1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 119 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.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1995 Renault Safrane 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | Safrane |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |