1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 706 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Skylark | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
