1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 17 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
