1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 971 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 2008 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Savana |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
