1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1264 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
