1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Buick Skylark | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Skylark | P5 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |