1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla 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 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 30 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 180 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Multipla. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Multipla 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 | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Skylark | Multipla |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |