1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 321 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 Ford Falcon 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 2002 Ford Falcon. 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
