1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 446 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1640 kg |
