1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 945 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 1959 Cadillac DeVille 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 1959 Cadillac DeVille. 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 1959 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Skylark | DeVille |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 6380 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |