1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1988 Buick Skylark and 1988 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Tempo has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Tempo 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 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Tempo |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |