1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 670 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.
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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2008 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Skylark | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
