1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 16 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1068 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Armada |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |