1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 29 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, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
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1984 Buick Skylark | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | XV Crosstrek |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2635 mm |