1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Highlander |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |