1999 Bentley Arnage vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1999 Bentley Arnage is newer by 10 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Arnage (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1244 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Arnage 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 1999 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1999 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Arnage | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | Skylark |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |