1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2026 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
