1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS 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 50 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | DS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
