1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |