1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Duster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |
