1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 1215 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
