1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 858 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Quest |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2063 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |