1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 377 kg more than 2010 Nissan Quest.
Because 1973 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Quest. 2010 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Quest |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |