1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Toyota Celica 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 486 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
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, 2001 Toyota Celica, 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) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Celica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
