1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 12 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 106 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 383 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Fusca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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.
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1988 Buick Skylark | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Fusca |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |