1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1138 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 2011 Dodge Durango 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 2011 Dodge Durango. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Durango |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3043 mm |
