1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Chrysler ES
To start off, both 1986 Buick Skylark and 1986 Chrysler ES were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler ES (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 25 kg more than 1986 Chrysler ES.
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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1986 Chrysler ES | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Skylark | ES |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |