1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV is newer by 7 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 425 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1994 Chevrolet APV | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | APV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
