1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Buick | Simca |
| Model | Skylark | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
