1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 760 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 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
