1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2008 Smart Roadster 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.
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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart Roadster. 2008 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2008 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Skylark | Roadster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |