1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 623 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |