1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Toyota Prius 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 38 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Prius |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |