1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1964 Riley 4
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Riley 4 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) has 88 more horse power than 1964 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1964 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 171 kg more than 1964 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Riley 4 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 1964 Riley 4. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1964 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Riley |
| Model | Skylark | 4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
