1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Skylark | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
