1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 346 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 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |