1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 9 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2587 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 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII 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 Lincoln Mark VIII. 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, 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Skylark | 1995 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Skylark | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |