1986 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1986 Buick Skyhawk and 1986 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1986 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skyhawk | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skyhawk | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
