1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 224 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 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Compass |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
