1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1952 Tatra T600
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1952 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1952 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 106 kg more than 1952 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Tatra T600 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 1952 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1952 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Buick | Tatra |
| Model | Skylark | T600 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
