1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 415 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | 6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
