1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 32 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
