1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 18 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
