1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 474 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
