1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |