1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Camaro |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |