1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. (135 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 230 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, 1989 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1989 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
