1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1030 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Skylark | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
