1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Nissan Skyline 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 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Skyline |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |