1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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.
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1987 Buick Skylark | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |