1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Acura RL
To start off, 1998 Acura RL is newer by 10 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura RL weights approximately 485 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, 1998 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1998 Acura RL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Skylark | RL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
