1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 455 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Sports |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2160 mm |
