1975 Austin 1800 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1975 Austin 1800 is newer by 2 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Austin 1800, 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 1800 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
