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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 325 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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 | 3331 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
