1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 374 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1979 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
