1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 2 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 360 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 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Skylark | 928 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |