1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
