1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 16 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, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Skylark | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Escort |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |