1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Sumo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | Skylark | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2425 mm |
