1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 18 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige 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 2002 Lotus Exige. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige 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 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Skylark | Exige |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
