1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 561 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |
