1983 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, both 1983 Buick Skyhawk and 1983 Toyota Crown were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 420 kg more than 1983 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Buick Skyhawk, 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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1983 Buick Skyhawk | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skyhawk | Crown |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |