1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 25 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, 2013 Acura ILX (198 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 142 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.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ILX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ILX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Skylark | ILX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
