1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Morgan 4 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 Morgan 4. 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan 4 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 | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Buick | Morgan |
Model | Skylark | 4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |