1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 405 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
