1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 264 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.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Altima |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
