1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1995 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 880 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Buick Roadmaster 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 1995 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Roadmaster | Skylark |
Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |