1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Patrol |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 135 L |