1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 14 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort 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 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Escort |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
