1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia 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) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |
