1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Lada 111
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 11 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 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Lada 111. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 1999 Lada 111 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 | 1999 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Skylark | 111 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
