1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Tatra T700
To start off, 1999 Tatra T700 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, 1999 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tatra T700 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tatra T700. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tatra T700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1999 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Skylark | T700 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3140 mm |
