1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 675 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Skylark | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
