1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1955 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1955 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1955 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2060 mm |
