1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 9 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 299 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.
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, 1998 Chrysler Concorde (255 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1998 Chrysler Concorde | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Concorde |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
