1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
