1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 397 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
