1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 678 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol 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 | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
