1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang 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 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Mustang |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |