1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Skylark | Safari |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |