1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 134 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | 6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |