1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | 25 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
