1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG 1100 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1968 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 MG 1100. 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 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1968 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Skylark | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
