1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark 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 25 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 142 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Laurel |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |