1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 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 126 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 585 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
