1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 5 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Tracker |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |