1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 2012 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | Sonata |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |