1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 23 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 384 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2911 mm |