1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1988 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3800 mm |
