1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Satellite 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 65 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 249 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | Satellite |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3090 mm |