1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
