1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick 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 34 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
