1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1462 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 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3023 mm |
