1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 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 69 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1986 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1986 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 309 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
