1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 350 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2009 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Galant |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |