1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Buick | Land Rover |
Model | Skylark | LR3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |