1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Relay. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Relay. 2006 Saturn Relay has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Skylark | Relay |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
