1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 260 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 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Korando. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Korando. 2003 SsangYong Korando 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. 2003 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2003 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Skylark | Korando |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |