1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 420 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 2011 Infiniti G25 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G25. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Skylark | G25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
