1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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 Scion tC, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Skylark | tC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
