1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 644 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Skylark | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3246 mm |
