1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator 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 34 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1986 Opel Senator 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 1986 Opel Senator. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Senator |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
