1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1565 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 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3380 mm |
