1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1996 Peugeot Partner 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Peugeot Partner, 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1996 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | Partner |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
