1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 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 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 423 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |