1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire 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 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 61 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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Skylark | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
