1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 17 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 527 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 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Skylark | Montego |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
