1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Chrysler Cordoba 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 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (346 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
