1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular 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 134 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 541 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular 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 1958 Ford Popular. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 1958 Ford Popular | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Popular |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2300 mm |