1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 33 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Colorado |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2770 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |