1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 20 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. Both 1989 Buick Skylark and 2009 Ford Fusion are equipped with a 2,260 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Fusion |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |