1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1961 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Prefect 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 1961 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1961 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1961 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 1961 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Prefect |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |