1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 40 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 35 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Buick Skylark | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Skylark | ATS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |