1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair 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) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
