1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Orion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
