1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Lancer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
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 | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |