1987 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, both 1987 Buick Skyhawk and 1987 Porsche 959 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skyhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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.
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1987 Buick Skyhawk | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skyhawk | 959 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |