1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2006 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 4572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
