1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 34 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, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Buick | Lotus |
Model | Skylark | Exige |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |