1999 AC Aceca vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 26 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, 1999 AC Aceca (322 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Aceca (532 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Aceca | Skylark |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 532 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |