1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore 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 70 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Holden Commodore 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 1982 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Skylark | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
