1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 619 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Skylark | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 97 L |