1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 62 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 199 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Celica |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |