1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 1959 Austin A 90. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 90. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 90 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:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 90 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |