1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 280 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 1977 Holden GTS 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 1977 Holden GTS. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1977 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1977 Holden GTS 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Skylark | GTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
