1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 269 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Skylark | 914 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
