1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 35 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2008 Dodge Charger 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. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
