1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 792 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Skylark | Toronado |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 91 L |