1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Mazda MX
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX is newer by 16 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX should accelerate faster 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2004 Mazda MX | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | MX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
