1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Morris Cowley. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Morris Cowley 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 1957 Morris Cowley. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Buick | Morris |
Model | Skylark | Cowley |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 52 L |