1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 22 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 355 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | BLS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
