1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (239 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 315 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (382 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Skylark | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
