1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 3 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 74 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 1993 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra 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 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Supra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 598 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |