1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 11 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 352 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 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang 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.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Mustang |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |