1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 70 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
