1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 735 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 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Skylark | Mariner |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |