1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 595 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Skylark | Bravada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |