1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 21 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. Both 1984 Buick Skylark and 2005 Mazda B3000 are equipped with a 2,966 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
