2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
