1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 19 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 709 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.
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, 2005 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2005 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
