1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1994 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 4 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 301 kg more than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Reliant Scimitar 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 1994 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Reliant Scimitar. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1994 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Buick | Reliant |
Model | Skylark | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |