1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 460 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 38 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 136 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | 460 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
