1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 20 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2007 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Skylark | Terios |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |