1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 14 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 21 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 284 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Skylark | YRV |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |