1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1957 Packard Patrician

To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 905 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Packard Patrician 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 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Skylark 1957 Packard Patrician
Make Buick Packard
Model Skylark Patrician
Year Released 1986 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2474 cc 6135 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 179 Nm 549 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3240 mm


 

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