1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 27 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, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
Make | Buick | Caterham |
Model | Skylark | 21 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |