1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 25 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 25 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 61 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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, 1998 Buick Riviera, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera. 1998 Buick Riviera 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. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1998 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Riviera |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |