1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 15 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 19 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
