1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 1986 Buick Skylark and 1986 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 30 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 144 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Passat |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |