1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
