1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane 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 8 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane. 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, 1997 Renault Safrane, 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane. 1997 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
