1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra 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 59 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 40 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Astra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
