1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 21 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 711 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, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
