1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Morris 1800 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 63 more horse power than 1974 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Morris 1800 weights approximately 16 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Skylark | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
