1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 144 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Magna. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1991 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 1991 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1991 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Magna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
