1995 Acura Legend vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 22 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, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
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, 1995 Acura Legend, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 1973 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1973 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Legend | Skylark |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |