1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 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 3 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 1997 Jeep Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Cherokee 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 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Skylark | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
