1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
