1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 26 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 46 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 425 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
