1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 17 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 4,194 cc, 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4194 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
