1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Skylark | 6000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |