1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 5 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, 1991 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
