1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Capri |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
