1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 429 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 2007 Cadillac CTS 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 2007 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Skylark | CTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
