1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 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 96 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 25 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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, 1959 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1959 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1959 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 | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1180 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 |
