1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 31 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 345 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.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Astro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
