1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2030 mm |