1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Tundra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3230 mm |