1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Skylark | Deauville |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |