1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 115 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Celica 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 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Celica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |