1995 Bentley Azure vs. 1984 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1995 Bentley Azure is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bentley Azure | 1984 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Azure | Skylark |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2630 mm |