1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 208 kg more 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Skylark | LW |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |