1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 74 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Skylark | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
