1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 12 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 41 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Skylark | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |