1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
