1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2008 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
