1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 718 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2012 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Skylark | FX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2885 mm |
