1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Skylark | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
