1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 397 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2004 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2004 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Skylark | Town Car |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 389 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |