1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1959 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 3 kg more than 1959 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zodiac 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 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1959 Ford Zodiac (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1959 Ford Zodiac | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Zodiac |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |