1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1957 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1957 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 160 kg more than 1957 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jeep CJ5. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1957 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1957 Jeep CJ5 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 | 1957 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2060 mm |
