1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Publica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |