1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2002 MCC Crossblade is newer by 29 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) has 80 more horse power than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 MCC Crossblade. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2002 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Buick | MCC |
| Model | Skylark | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1810 mm |
