1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 28 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 54 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Econovan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2210 mm |