1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corsica 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 59 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. (147 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corsica. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1987 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
