1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, 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 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Skylark | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Skylark | Comet |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |