1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS 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 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1295 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 2008 Lexus LS 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, 2008 Lexus LS 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, 2008 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Skylark | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
