1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 23 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise 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 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Skylark | Elise |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
