1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 22 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 1010 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.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Uplander |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
