1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1997 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Riviera |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |