1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith 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 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 545 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Skylark | Griffith |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |