1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Skylark | Torana |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
