1980 Austin Allegro vs. 1986 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Allegro. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Allegro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Allegro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Allegro | 1986 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Allegro | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
