1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 26 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 95 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Matrix. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Matrix |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
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 | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |