1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 693 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2003 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | Buick | Lotec |
Model | Skylark | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |