1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2562 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII 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 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Buick | Lincoln |
Model | Skylark | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |