1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 23 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2730 mm |
