1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Skylark | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |
