1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
