1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 675 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1995 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Skylark | Samurai |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |