1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Corvette |
Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |