1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1992 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. 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, 1992 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1992 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
