1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 6 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Avensis |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |