1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 13 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1296 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
