1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Camry 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 | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Camry |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
