1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Dodge Kahuna
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 19 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, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark.
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, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2003 Dodge Kahuna | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Kahuna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
