1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 207 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | GTI |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
