1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 145 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | Laguna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |