1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 24 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 27 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 245 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
