1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 427 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.
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 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 2011 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 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Quest |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
