1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2228 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |
