1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1070 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.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1985 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
