1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 1 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 495 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1989 Innocenti 990 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 | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Skylark | 990 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2050 mm |
