1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 38 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 239 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
