1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 9 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2001 Toyota Sequoia (430 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2001 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
