1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. 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 46 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 221 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Skylark | Toledo |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |