1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 800 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 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
