1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 23 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 514 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 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
