1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, both 1989 Buick Skylark and 1989 Nissan Prairie were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 301 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Prairie 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 | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Prairie |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |