1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 21 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Sirion. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2008 Daihatsu Sirion has manual transmission. 2008 Daihatsu Sirion 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 | 2008 Daihatsu Sirion | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Skylark | Sirion |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |