1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 399 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Skylark | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
