1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 206 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Skylark | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
