1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 663 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Ram |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
