1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 726 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Skylark | MKS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2868 mm |
