1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 8 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 275 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Malibu |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 249 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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |