1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 138 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
