1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Skylark | 9 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
