1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 24 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, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 578 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Skylark | RDX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |