1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 284 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
