1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, both 1987 Buick Skyhawk and 1987 Nissan Santana were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skyhawk | Santana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
