1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Seat Inca Kombi

To start off, 2004 Seat Inca Kombi 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Inca Kombi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Inca Kombi.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Buick Skylark 2004 Seat Inca Kombi
Make Buick Seat
Model Skylark Inca Kombi
Year Released 1973 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5724 cc 1391 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 107 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1605 kg 1035 kg
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1650 mm