1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul 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 111 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 116 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Consul 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 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Consul 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 | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Consul |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
