1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 8 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 3 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
