1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 21 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 295 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 2005 Daewoo Chairman 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 2005 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Skylark | 2005 Daewoo Chairman | |
Make | Buick | Daewoo |
Model | Skylark | Chairman |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |