1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 15 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 426 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 2001 Toyota Brevis 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Brevis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |