1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1081 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 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3378 mm |
