1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 26 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 794 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Skylark | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |