1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 3 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 204 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 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot Oxia has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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 | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1140 mm |
