1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Dakota. 2008 Dodge Dakota 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 Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2008 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Skylark | Dakota |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |