1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Ford Think Neighbor
To start off, 2001 Ford Think Neighbor is newer by 13 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Think Neighbor weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 Ford Think Neighbor 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 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (175 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2001 Ford Think Neighbor | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Think Neighbor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
