1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | Skylark | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
