1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 1990 Renault 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 131 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
