1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 254 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer 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.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Blazer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |