1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2000 Honda Avancier 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Avancier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Avancier. 2000 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2000 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Avancier |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |