1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 954 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara 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 | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Navara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |