1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |