1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
