1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3590 mm |
