1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 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 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 14 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 406 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 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Skylark | 406 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
