1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is newer by 21 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 54 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 1014 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Kombi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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.
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1988 Buick Skylark | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Kombi |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |