1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce 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 78 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | Luce |
Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |