1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
