1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 105 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
