1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1991 Nissan Pulsar 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1991 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |