1959 Berkeley Twosome vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (49 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 877 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Twosome. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1959 Berkeley Twosome has manual transmission. 1959 Berkeley Twosome will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley Twosome | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Berkeley | Buick |
| Model | Twosome | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 691 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 318 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |
