1957 AC Ace vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 AC Ace (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 301 kg more than 1957 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Ace | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Ace | Skylark |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |