1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 22 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1445 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 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 2011 Lincoln Navigator. 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, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Skylark | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3023 mm |
