1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 9 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 52 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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.
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1987 Buick Skylark | 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Tracker |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |