1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 37 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 262 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
