1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | F-250 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 7275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |