1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 15 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 440 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
