1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 108 L |