1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 20 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 123 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2008 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Buick | Daewoo |
| Model | Skylark | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
