1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Alto 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 72 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 565 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Alto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
