1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 244 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1587 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 | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |