1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |