1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 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 54 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. 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 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti J4 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Buick | Innocenti |
Model | Skylark | J4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |