1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Alto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
