1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 57 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Versa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2601 mm |
