1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 12 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1999 Proton 400 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 | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Skylark | 400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
