1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 515 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 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Skylark | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
