1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon 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 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1057 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.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
