1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 210 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
