1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 626 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 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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, 2010 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 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 | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Skylark | X3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2797 mm |