1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 30 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 87 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 2003 Ford Maverick 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
