2004 Acura CL vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 31 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, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
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, 2004 Acura CL, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL. 2004 Acura CL 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. 2004 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | CL | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
