1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 550 kg more than 1955 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 90 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 90 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5723 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |