1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 24 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 868 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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2875 mm |
