1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1225 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
