1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Chrysler Conquest
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler Conquest. (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1989 Chrysler Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
