1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 221 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 2010 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
