1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | Golf |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
