1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 20 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 651 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
