1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |