1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 195 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |