1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1416 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 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 91 L |
