1974 Buick GS vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 1 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. Both 1974 Buick GS and 1973 Buick Skylark are equipped with a 5,724 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 25 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | GS | Skylark |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2960 mm |