1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1951 Citroen 15
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1951 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1951 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1951 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
