1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
