1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1256 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 Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Hunaudieres | Skylark |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |