1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Skylark | Rio |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1101 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
