1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 15 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2003 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
