1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 24 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 156 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 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Skylark | 120 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
