1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 353 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Corona |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |