1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
