1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 558 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |