1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1992 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Caravan 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, both vehicles can yield 183 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1992 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
