1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. 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, 1996 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Skylark | 800 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |