1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover LR3. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Skylark | LR3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |