1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 190 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Prius |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |